Introducing Pilates with Erika: A Beginners Guide For Women (Premium Edition)

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There are many books about how to do Pilates - This is a book of why to start Pilates. "Instead of trying to make people look better in their movement, I help them feel better in it." ErikaErika Black teaches Pilates to many wonderful clients and each one of them has their own story, about how they got there and how much it has helped them in so many ways in their lives. She sees their health improve as their strength and mobility increase. She has heard countless stories from spouses and partners who join classes as well, after seeing the transformation in their loved ones.Erika knows all the reasons and doubts you might have about making Pilates part of your healthy life. She has heard the excuses and fears so many times that she decided to write a book to address them all.This book is written for accomplished, time-conscious adults—particularly those who have been curious about Pilates but have hesitated to begin. Held back by fear, self-doubt, or the belief that the practice is not for their body.Drawing on her experience as a dancer, studio owner, and teacher, Erika offers a practical and sometimes humorous look at what actually happens inside a Pilates practice. Rather than focusing on appearance or performance, she explores awareness, movement, habit, and the gradual process of becoming more at home in one's own body.Her work is grounded in a simple belief: people do not need a different body. They need a better relationship with the one they already have. Read more